Paralegal

Under the direction of the Assistant General Counsel, provides support to all in-house attorneys and the Legal division of the Credit Union. Supports the department with the administration, logistics, and management of governance and legal processes and activities including litigation support. Performs legal and compliance research and analysis, utilizing multiple online public legal research tools. ensuring state, federal and NCUA rules and regulations are taken into account. Combines data from multiple sources performing detailed analysis and providing legal conclusions, presented in an appropriate format for the data and audience. Takes ownership of assigned projects and create action plans by working closely with key stakeholders and colleagues. Resolves routine legal issues. Maintains a working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures of financial institutions.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts research utilizing legal sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treatises, constitutions, and legal codes to ensure current legal compliance for preparation of documents.
• Performs legal analysis utilizing relevant information gathered from multiple sources, and prepares legal research memoranda and other legal documents as requested.
• Analyzes a range of documents, products, processes and/or procedures, from a legal standpoint as directed.
• Conducts legal research utilizing a variety of online researching tools, including but not limited to; ‘Alacourt’, ‘Alafile’, ‘PACER’ ,‘LexisNexis’ and 'Westlaw'.
• Assist in case management and associated reporting for legal matters. Builds, organizes, and maintains legal databases, litigation databases and case files.
• Under the general direction of an attorney, draft, format, and revise legal documents; proofread for accuracy and ease of reading.
• Assists with management of policy and governance processes.
• Prepares and files legal and governance documentation with appropriate entities, as required
• Gather information/documentation in response to internal and external client inquiries.
• Handles special projects and assignments as assigned and directed by Legal department attorneys.
• Coordinates and manages Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and licensing requirements for attorneys.
• Provides support to the Associate General Counsel and in-house attorneys with various administrative functions including but not limited to: coordinating and maintaining their schedules, making travel arrangements, processing expense reports, answering phones, and distributing mail.
• Finds ways to continually improve the efficiency of division processes to provide the best service to internal and external members.
• Develops teamwork and collaborative relationships within the organization.
• Obtains and maintains legal industry knowledge through attendance of continuing legal education classes and/or conferences and meetings
• Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and Credit Union policies and procedures.

Company Wide Expectations

• Maintains a professional image and demeanor at all times, consistently demonstrating Credit Union RISE Values and adhering to the Code of Ethics.
• Delivers friendly, caring service to internal and external members.
• Complies with all applicable State, Federal and NCUA rules and regulations and all Credit Union policies and procedures.
• Follow all physical and online security procedures and maintain strict confidentiality of all member information.
• Completes all required regulatory and compliance training and maintains required knowledge of Credit Union products and services.
• Works scheduled hours and maintains punctuality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job satisfactorily, an employee must be able to carry out each essential duty competently. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, skills and abilities required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Education Requirements

2 Year / Associate Degree - Paralegal Studies - Required

Knowledge of PACER, AlaCourt/AlaFile, LexisNexis/Westlaw, Microsoft Office Suite and other document management software - Required

4 Year / Bachelors Degree - Business Administration or Legal-related - Preferred

Experience Requirement

5 Years - Experience in a compliance or legal role performing legal research related to state and federal laws and regulations and composing written findings - Required

Financial institution core system experience - Preferred

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Effectively apply internal and external customer service practices and processes to meet quality service standards and achieve member satisfaction.
• Learn and apply information, on a wide range of Credit Union products, services and regulatory compliance requirements, in order to assess member situations and develop solutions.
• Efficient, well-organized, able to effectively prioritize to manage a variety of duties and tasks with competing deadlines.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide guidance in the resolution of problems utilizing knowledge and experience within areas of responsibility.
• Lead and model RISE values and the Code of Ethics through daily interactions and conduct.
• Promote and foster excellent member service and teamwork.
• Resolve problems utilizing advanced knowledge and experience.
• Strong business communication skills; able to write and speak clearly and professionally for a variety of audiences. Actively listen to questions, opinions and ideas of others. Use tact and diplomacy in sensitive and confidential situations.
• Use correct English including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Operate computers and use business software and other standard office equipment.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Set priorities and manage one’s own time effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands Disclaimer

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

• Intermittent standing, sitting, walking, bending and climbing.
• Using hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment.
• Reaching with hands and arms.
• Intermittent lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment Disclaimer

An employee in this job will experience the following main work environments, others not listed may also be encountered on occasion;

Work Environment

Works in a general office environment.

Redstone Federal Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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